The best of crime and violence prevention in 2018

Twelve of Australia’s top programs tackling justice in innovative and effective ways have been recognised in the annual Australian Crime and Violence Prevention Awards.

The awards are now in their 27th year, providing a snapshot of good practice in the prevention or reduction of violence and other types of crimes in Australia, and assist governments in identifying and development practical projects. There are two categories for programs each year, police-led and community-led. The selection board is chaired by Michael Phelan, director of the Australian Institute of Criminology and former Australian Federal Police deputy commissioner for national security.